Is Colombia Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Colombia
Safety rating
Women living in Colombia consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Colombia consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 3.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 12.3% percentage of women in Colombia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.
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Crime & Safety Statistics
Based on 58 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.2/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.2/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.3/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.4/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.8/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 3.1/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Colombia?
Bogotá
In general, it is a hostile but beautiful city. People tend to be more friendly to foreigners than to those who live here. The social contrast is noticeable, so don't let your guard down even if you're in a safe area. Google Maps is a trusty friend, and public transportation is the best option during the day.
Posted: April 13, 2025
rossanny
Medellín
All depends about the place you are. But I live in bello with my son and it’s very safe. Well, I don’t go out at night to much, but I haven’t been robe, or anything bad in almost 8 years living here.
Posted: April 11, 2025
Sarah
Chia
Chia is safe, but sometimes it feels like all the men are looking at you in certain ways. I've already experienced so-called compliments, winks, or even men reaching out their hand when they're on their bicycles. If you're pretty, they will act inappropriately towards you...
Posted: April 10, 2025
Sofia
Pereira
It's not crazy unsafe but I would recommend anyone travelling to do your research. Walk with caution, don't bring out flashy jewellery or be relaxed with your cellphone or cameras. During the day there's plenty of people out and police. But the night can get tricky around certain areas.
Posted: April 6, 2025Colombia
As always, it depends where are you going, which cities and neighborhoods are you visiting. Please do not use your cellphone on the streets nor on public transport. Always share your location when using car apps
Posted: March 27, 2025Pereira
Depends on the area, but from my point of view and personal experience, it is generally safe. You should maybe be careful at night. Common delinquency could be an issue downtown, but if you are carefull it should be fine.
Posted: March 25, 2025
Génesis
Bogotá
It depends on the neighborhoods and identifying red flags but overall safe. Where I live in Teusaquillo is pretty safe but others parts not so much. Public transportation during the day is good. 6 years in this city and got robbed once nearby calle 26 downtown near the cemetary a sunday at 6:00pm. So sundays are pretty lonely to be downtown in the afternoon.
Posted: March 8, 2025
Crystle-Day
Bogotá
Bogota is similar to any big city in the United States. Some parts are super safe and other super sketchy. Being super aware and street smart is important. People who tend to struggle hereceith safety are those with blue eye and blonde hair since they care targeted more for theft.
Posted: March 3, 2025Barranquilla
Barranquilla is not safe at night, and during the day you have to be very careful. Do not take valuables out in public. Send your location to other people. You can find good people but it is better to be cautious.
Posted: February 21, 2025
María
Bogotá
Bogota is a very complex city, you definitely should avoid certain zones and walk alone very late on the evening. However, you can definitely go by yourself on most touristic places, just be very careful with your personal belongings and always double-check the ask the prices of everything.
Posted: February 19, 2025Is Colombia worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 87 experiences from female travelers
Nava
Canada
Cali, Solo travel
I was volunteering in the mountains near Cali and on my days off, booked the hostel Patio del Rio and had such an amazing time. The employees there Andres and Thomas were so warm and welcoming and showed me around the city, I met tons of lovely people and even baked a banana bread for everyone in the hostel! I would reccomend going out at night with locals, or at the very least go with large groups of people. Safety in numbers.
Posted: April 16, 2025Tulua, Solo travel
Tulua is generally not safe for female tourists traveling alone I would say. I luckily was able to stay with some family, and they didn't let me go anywhere alone hahaha, so I was being "protected". I definitely think moving around with a local is important. The town was really nice generally, loved the fruit and the churches, but maybe not so much the markets with alive animals. Colombia has safer/nicer places to visit, but if you really want to go to Tulua, I don't think you would be disappointed if you got someone to travel with you :)
Posted: April 11, 2025Experienced: May, 2024Meet locals in Colombia
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